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Dr. Stephen Kirkner, DO

Dr. Stephen Kirkner, DO

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Kirkner, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Jackson, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kirkner has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions and Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with Henry Ford Health Jackson Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 110 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (110 reviews)

Henry Ford Ear, Nose and Throat - Jackson

1111 Teneyck St Ste 100 Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 205-8940

Dr. Kirkner is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kirkner specializes in the area of Otorhinolaryngology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Kirkner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kirkner

4.8
110 ratings, 95 with a written review
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Excellent provider one of the best
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  • Explained conditions well
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Apr 10, 2025
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Dr. Kirkner is always great. He explained everything that I would need to do before my next appt as HFHS does not think the office needs a full time audiologist for hearing tests on site so I have to go back up for that ( a one hour drive one way). That is not his fault but HFHS. Dr. Kirkner is always very nice and offers water and explains anything he is doing. I really enjoy seeing him. He is one of my favorite doctors to see even if I only see him every 6 months, I trust him very much.
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Mar 24, 2025
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I have seen Dr. Kirkner for several years. He is wonderful.
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Feb 28, 2025
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Very goog
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Feb 26, 2025
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Very good.
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Feb 21, 2025
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Concerned and communicative, listened well to concerns and answered question. Explained care plan with meds and next step if it's not successful
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Feb 21, 2025
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Listens - Takes concerns seriously.
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Feb 20, 2025
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Awesome!!
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Feb 19, 2025
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Dr. Kirkner has been my ENT for 30 years, and one of the best providers I've ever had. I'm always glad to see he hasn't retired. When I come in, he is kind & understanding and when he does retired he will be missed greatly! Thank you Dr. Kirkner for treating me like a person instead of a number.
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Feb 14, 2025
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Dr. Kirkner is so caring about his patience. I just adore that man he's helped me through a lot and so has his staff.
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Feb 07, 2025
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Always personable, and remembers us.
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Feb 07, 2025
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Excellent doctor. Very caring & gentle.
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Jan 28, 2025
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Overall satisfied very professional
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Jan 26, 2025
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Dr. Kirkner is a wonderful doctor. He listens to what you have to say and always tries to help as best he can.
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Jan 26, 2025
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Always respectful & friendly.
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Jan 08, 2025
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Always a blessing seeing Dr Kirkner
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Dec 19, 2024
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It was very good. Everyone took the time to provide information and answer questions. Dr. Kirshner has a good bed side manner.
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Dec 13, 2024
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Best dr we have ever worked with. Explained what was going on very well and kept my daughter at ease.
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Nov 27, 2024
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Dr. Kirkner was on time, thorough w/his exam, a good listener, knew my history and made several suggestions, which we discussed and prescribed an oral medication which helped.
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Oct 21, 2024
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Very good. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. I was very happy with him and would recommend him to anyone. Very nice man.
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Oct 12, 2024
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biography

Stephen Kirkner, DO is a specialist in Otolaryngology whose practice locations include: Jackson

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology®
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Otorhinolaryngology
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Dr. Kirkner is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Henry Ford Ear, Nose and Throat - Jackson

    Henry Ford Ear, Nose and Throat - Jackson1111 Teneyck St Ste 100 Jackson, MI 49201
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      • Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Henry Ford Health Jackson Hospital

      205 N East Ave
      Jackson, MI 49201
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

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